nachas

na-CHAS

Definitions

1. noun

Joy or pride in one’s children, especially when they are successful or accomplished.

“Her nachas was evident on her face when her daughter graduated from college.”

2. noun

A feeling of pleasure and satisfaction, especially when someone achieves something or reaches a milestone.

“Watching her son receive his diploma gave her the greatest nachas she had ever experienced.”

Synonyms

  • joy
  • pride
  • satisfaction

Antonyms

  • despair
  • disappointment